Co-emulsifier Glycemul

Vegetable derived co-emulsifier and consistency enhancer, is one of the most commonly used ingredients in personal care formulations.

INCI: glyceryl stearate

Properties

• mainly used for the viscosity adjustment of oil-in-water emulsions
• co-emulsifier and consistency enhancer in O/W emulsions
• used as an emulsifying and skin conditioning agent
• opacifier and viscosity builder in emulsions
• can be used as a secondary or auxiliary emulsifier, emulsion stabilizer, amphiphilic bodying agent and emollient in surfactant systems
• imparts a softer, smoother, feel to emulsions
• has skin conditioning properties
• leave the skin with a smoother appearance

Applications, usage

• suitable for body care, face care, foundation, makeup, self tanning, sun protection and after sun formulations
• general dosage 1-7%, in some formulas up to 10%
• add into the fat phase of emulsions

Storage: in a cool, dry place, protected from light

Cautions: cosmetic use